Chelsea and Serie A side Como are set to continue negotiations today, Saturday, regarding a potential transfer for defender Trevoh Chalobah, according to Gianluca Di Marzio. Como submitted a bid on Friday valued at €25 million guaranteed with an additional €5 million in potential bonuses, but Chelsea are seeking at least €30 million upfront for the England international.
The primary focus of today’s meeting will be the structure of the bonus payments, with Como reportedly hesitant to overspend following a significant outlay on Nico Paz earlier in the summer transfer window. Chalobah has been a peripheral figure at Stamford Bridge in recent seasons, and a move to Italy could offer him more consistent playing time.
Elsewhere, Arsenal and Manchester United are monitoring the situation of Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, as reported by The Sun. Watkins’ future at Villa Park has become uncertain following interest from Turkish club Fenerbahce, though Villa have reportedly rejected an initial offer of €35 million. Both Premier League clubs previously expressed interest in Watkins, and could revisit a potential deal.
Real Madrid are confident they can secure the services of Manchester City midfielder Rodri this summer, according to The Athletic. While no formal talks have begun between the clubs, Rodri has reportedly indicated a desire to return to his hometown of Madrid for both personal and sporting reasons. His current contract with Manchester City is set to expire next year. Chelsea are also engaged in discussions with Bayer Leverkusen over teenage winger Kerim Alajbegovic, though they are hoping to negotiate a fee lower than the reported €40 million. Several Serie A clubs are also interested in the Bosnia and Herzegovina international.
Michael Olise is not expected to force a move away from Bayern Munich this summer, despite reported interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, according to TEAMtalk. Olise, who previously played in the Premier League, is keen to eventually test himself in La Liga.
